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Ingredients 1 package (32 ounces) frozen cubed hash brown potatoes, thawed2 cups (16 ounces) sour cream1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 cup finely chopped onion1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 cup french-fried onions Preparation In a bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. our into an ungreased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour. Sprinkle with onions; return to the oven for 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 can (15 ounces) vegetarian chili with beans1 carton (15 ounces) reduced-fat ricotta cheese1 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 teaspoon taco seasoning1/4 teaspoon salt8 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained1 jar (16 ounces) salsa Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Spread about 1/2 cup on each noodle; carefully roll up. Place seam side down in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) hot lean turkey breakfast sausage 1 large onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with garlic and onion, undrained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth 3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 bags boil-in-bag white riceLouisiana-style hot sauce, optional Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, cook and crumble sausage with onion and pepper over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/4 pounds pork tenderloin2 tablespoons soy sauce1 tablespoon cornstarch1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 medium onion, thinly sliced1 medium carrot, julienned1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 package (6 ounces) frozen snow peas, thawedBoston lettuce leaves or hot cooked riceToasted sesame seeds, optional Preparation Cut the pork into 1/8-in. wide slices; cut each slice into 3-in. strips. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, cornstarch, salt, sugar, ginger and cayenne....

Ingredients 2 cans (28 ounces each) crushed tomatoes2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained3/4 pound sliced fresh mushrooms5 garlic cloves, minced4 teaspoons Italian seasoning1 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 large sweet onion1 large green pepper1 medium sweet red pepper1 medium sweet orange pepper1 medium sweet yellow pepper10 hot Italian sausage links (4 ounces each), casings removed 1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons canola oilHot cooked pasta...

Ingredients 1/2 cup finely chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced1 tablespoon butter1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen snow peas, thawed2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Preparation In a small skillet, saute onion and garlic in butter for 2-3 minutes or until onion is crisp-tender. Add the snow peas, basil and pepper flakes; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until peas are tender....

Ingredients 4 large portobello mushrooms2 tablespoons olive oil1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry3 tablespoons chopped green onions2 tablespoons grated Romano cheese1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Remove and discard stems and gills from mushrooms. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook mushrooms in oil for 10-15 minutes or just until tender, turning once....

Ingredients 3-1/2 cups uncooked spiral pasta4 tablespoons butter, divided3 tablespoons all-purpose flour3 cups 2% milk2-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup dry bread crumbs Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, melt 3 tablespoons butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add 2 cups cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar3 large eggs2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 cup sour cream2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups chopped fresh strawberriesFILLING:3/4 cup chopped walnuts1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup packed brown sugar3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a bowl, cream the butter and sugar. Add eggs; mix well. combine the flour, baking powder and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with sour cream. Beat in vanilla....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup creamy peanut butter1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda2 packages (11-1/2 ounces each) miniature Snickers candy barsGLAZE:1 package (9-1/2 ounces) Dove dark chocolate candies1 teaspoon shortening Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, peanut butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine flour and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds fresh asparagus spears, halved4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves2 tablespoons canola oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 cup mayonnaise1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon curry powder1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation If desired, partially cook asparagus; drain. Place the asparagus in a greased 9-in. square baking dish. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the chicken in oil on both sides....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil4 cups frozen pearl onions (about 20 ounces), thawed1-1/2 cups dry red wine1/3 cup balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon packed brown sugar1-1/2 teaspoons dried thyme3/4 teaspoon salt3/4 teaspoon white pepper Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir for 9-11 minutes or until lightly browned. Stir in the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, for 20-25 minutes or until onions are tender....

Ingredients 1 turkey (12 pounds)1 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup cider vinegar1/2 cup lemon juice1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon A.1. steak sauce1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon Louisiana-style hot sauce Preparation Remove giblets from turkey (discard or save for another use). Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Prepare grill for indirect heat, using a drip pan. Skewer turkey openings; tie drumsticks together....

Ingredients 1/2 oz. dried porcini or other dried mushrooms c. boiling water 4 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 2 c. bottled clam juice 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 tbsp. butter 1 onion 4 cloves garlic 1 1/4 c. arborio rice 1/2 lb. mushrooms 1/4 c. dry white wine 1 tsp. salt 1/2 lb. medium shrimp 1/2 lb. bay scallops Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, soak the dried mushrooms in the boiling water until softened, about 15 minutes....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni1 to 1-1/2 pounds cooked small shrimp1 package (16 ounces) frozen peas, thawed7 to 8 celery ribs, finely chopped1 small onion, finely choppedDRESSING:1-3/4 cups mayonnaise3/4 cup French salad dressing2 tablespoons sugar2 tablespoons white wine vinegar1-1/2 to 2-1/2 teaspoons paprika1 to 2 teaspoons salt1 to 2 teaspoons garlic powder1 to 2 teaspoons pepper Preparation Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water....

Ingredients 3 cups uncooked bow tie pasta2 cups frozen peas1 pound peeled and deveined cooked medium shrimp, tails removed1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook pasta according to package directions, adding peas during the last 3 minutes of cooking; drain and return to pan. Stir in shrimp and sauce; heat through over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with cheese.

Ingredients 1 beef rump roast or bottom round roast (3 pounds)3 cups reduced-sodium beef broth1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powder1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon pepper1 large onion, julienned1 large green pepper, julienned4-1/2 teaspoons olive oil12 hamburger buns, split12 slices reduced-fat provolone cheese Preparation Cut roast in half; place in a 4-qt. slow cooker. Combine the broth, dressing mix and seasonings; pour over meat....

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) frozen fully cooked homestyle meatballs, thawed1 jar (12 ounces) home-style beef gravy1/2 cup sour creamHot cooked egg noodles Preparation Prepare meatballs according to package directions for the microwave. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine gravy and sour cream. Bring to a boil. Stir in the meatballs. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Serve over noodles.

Ingredients 2 tablespoons melted butter1 cup uncooked long grain rice1/4 cup sugar1 pinch salt3 cups whole milk2 cups half-and-half creamAdditional milk, optional Cherry pie filling and toasted sliced almonds, optional Preparation Brush the inside of a 5-qt. slow cooker with melted butter. Add rice, sugar, salt, milk and half and half; stir to combine. Cook, covered, on high for 2 hours; stir. Cover and cook until liquid is almost absorbed and rice is tender, 30 minutes....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each) 1 jar (16 ounces) salsa1-3/4 cups frozen corn, thawed1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) no-salt-added black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperOptional: Hot cooked rice, cubed avocado, chopped fresh tomato, sliced green onions and lime wedges Preparation Place chicken in a 4- or 5-qt....